When Walt sent footage to her in New York, she responded that she wanted him to make 12 Alice shorts and was willing to pay $1500 an episode. She remembered Walt's Alice in Cartoon Land pitch and wanted to see how Walt's idea had turned out. Walt considered the advice before fate stepped in in the name of Margaret Winkler, a cartoon distributor from New York and the only woman in the business. Roy suggested that his brother sell vacuum cleaners (like he did) to make money. Walt's brother, Roy Disney, had already been living in Los Angeles when Walt moved there. Seated in front are Walt and sister Ruth.įate Intervenes. (from back left) The Disney family in 1915: Herbert, Louise, Elias, and Flora Disney.
According to Walt, 'my first bit of fame came there. The fees didn't even cover the cost of making the cartoons, but it brought him attention. He sold his short cartoons to a small theater chain based in Kansas City. Kansas City holds a special place in Walt's heart. Growing up, Walt's friends called him "Dis." A Taste of Celebrity. Right now all you have is an idea." Nicknames. If a Disney employee came to a meeting and said, "I have a great idea," Walt would say, "I'll tell you if it's great. One employee noted that "when he walked through the door," it was as if "pins would drop." Great Ideas. Every time Walt Disney walked down a hallway, he would cough, as though to give a warning sign that the boss was there. Think you know the man behind the beloved mouse? Or why Disney felt responsible for his mother's death? Here's 34 secrets we've uncovered from the special, plus an exclusive clip! The Boss Is Here. Disney fanatics, rejoice! Starting Monday night, September 14, PBS will broadcast American Experience Walt Disney-a captivating four-hour film that takes a stunning look at the life and legacy of Walt Disney.
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